Jagdish Sheth School of Management

Candidates are selected based on a valid score of JAGMAT, which is an in-house aptitude test of JAGSoM. Additionally, candidates are also required to submit the scores of either CAT/ XAT/ GMAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ MHCET & NMAT (Only for International MBA). Further, candidates will have to sit for Group Discussion for a duration of 30 minutes and a two-round Personal Interview (PI) will also be conducted to select the candidates for JAGSoM PGDM course. After accessing the work experience and academic record of the candidates will lead to final admission. The admission process for PGDM is inclusive of the following three steps:

1. Innovation Potential Test (JAGMAT)
2. Group Exercise
3. Personal Interview (PI (1) + PI (2)

Click here to know about JAGSoM PGDM admission process in detail.

Yes, JAGSoM offers MBA/PGDM course in collaboration with multiple international universities located in USA and France. The institute offers a two-year International MBA/ PGDM in International Business with its Global Business School partners, which is a dual degree course. Following are the details of the universities, where students can pursue this course:

The total seat intake for this course is 60. Students have to study the first year of the course at JAGSoM Bangalore, for that, scholarships are also given to students. However, the second year will be taught at the respective global business schools. Admission to the International PGDM course is done based on valid scores of NMAT and MHCET (For International MBA only). Candidates also have to qualify IELTS and TOEFL as per the requirement of the respective global schools. Candidates also have an option of pursuing PGDM with the following super specialisations in partnership with the following Business Schools:

• Martech: Darden Business School, University of Virginia
• Sales & Services: AIM Parsuram Centre for Service Excellence
• Fintech: Darden Business School, University of Virginia
• Banking: Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF)

To apply for PGDM course at JAGSoM, candidates need to visit the official website of JAGSoM Bangalore and fill an online application form. Find below the step-wise application process for JAGSoM MBA/PGDM admission 2025:

1. Visit the official website of JAGSOM (jagsom.com) and click on the menu tab in the top right corner of the screen.
2. Now, click on 'Programs' and then on the MBA/PGDM course.
3. A new window regarding the desired course will open up. Scroll down and click on 'Apply For This Program' at the end of the page.
4. A registration form will open up. Fill in the personal and contact details and enter the OTP received on the registered mobile number to move ahead to the next step.
5. Make an online payment of the application fee, which is inclusive of taxes and payment handling charges.
6. Once the final payment is made, upload the necessary documents and submit the application form.

Aspirants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria and shall submit the application before the deadline. Candidates who pass a UG degree with 50% aggregate in any discipline from a recognised university are eligible to apply for this course. Students must take the JAGMAT exam to take admission. In addition to the JAGMAT conducted for selection, a 30-minute indoor GE session is also conducted in groups of six to eight candidates. This is followed by a PI session after accessing the work experience and academic record of the student that leads to final admission. Additionally, candidates are also required to submit the scores of either CAT/ XAT/ GMAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ NMAT and more.

In order to apply to Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM), candidates need to follow these basic steps:

1. Open the official website of JAGSoM, i.e.jagsom.com and click on the “admission” tab on the top right corner of the screen
2. A registration form will open. Fill in the personal and contact details and enter the OTP received on the registered mobile number to move ahead to the next step.
3. Select the programme preference accordingly and then fill the personal details in the application form. 
4. Make an online payment of the application fee of INR 1,000, which is inclusive of taxes and payment handling charges.
5. Once the final payment is made, upload the necessary documents and submit the application form.